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Malay Mail
2 days ago
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- Malay Mail
Police: Kelantan's crime index up by 15.1pc in 2024, notable increases in rapes and theft
KOTA BARU, June 4 — Kelantan recorded a 15.1 per cent rise in its crime index in 2024, driven mainly by increases in violent and property-related offences, according to state police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat. He stated that a total of 2,296 cases were reported between January and December last year, up from 1,994 cases in 2023, representing an increase of 302 cases. Violent crime rose by 8.5 per cent from 390 to 423 cases, while property crime climbed 16.7 per cent from 1,604 to 1,872 cases, he added. 'Among the most concerning trends is the spike in rape cases, which rose 20.7 per cent, from 130 in 2023 to 157 cases last year,' said Mohd Yusoff during the 2025 Kelantan Police Chief Town Hall Discussion, themed 'Youth Awareness: Preventing Social Ills, Shaping the Future', held at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Armed robbery without firearms also increased by 25.6 per cent from 43 to 54 cases, while assault cases saw a more modest rise of 6.8 per cent from 147 to 157 cases. At the same time, several violent crimes recorded significant drops. Murder cases fell by 55.6 per cent from nine to four, and armed robbery involving firearms dropped 60 per cent from five to two instances. In the property crime category, theft remained the most significant contributor with 732 cases in 2024, up 50.9 per cent from 485 cases the previous year. House break-ins also rose sharply by 41.7 per cent with 628 cases, while car thefts increased by 23.3 per cent from nine to 12. However, motorcycle thefts declined significantly by 46.9 per cent from 128 cases in 2023 to 68 last year. — Bernama
New Straits Times
3 days ago
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- New Straits Times
Kelantan's crime index rises 15.1pct in 2024
KOTA BARU: Kelantan recorded a 15.1 per cent rise in its crime index in 2024, driven mainly by increases in violent and property-related offences, according to state police chief Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat. He said that a total of 2,296 cases were reported between January and December last year, up from 1,994 cases in 2023, representing an increase of 302 cases. Violent crime rose by 8.5 per cent from 390 to 423 cases, while property crime climbed 16.7 per cent from 1,604 to 1,872 cases, he added. "Among the most concerning trends is the spike in rape cases, which rose 20.7 per cent, from 130 in 2023 to 157 cases last year," said Mohd Yusoff during the 2025 Kelantan Police Chief Town Hall Discussion, themed 'Youth Awareness: Preventing Social Ills, Shaping the Future', held at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Armed robbery without firearms also increased by 25.6 per cent from 43 to 54 cases, while assault cases saw a more modest rise of 6.8 per cent from 147 to 157 cases. At the same time, several violent crimes recorded significant drops. Murder cases fell by 55.6 per cent from nine to four, and armed robbery involving firearms dropped 60 per cent from five to two instances. In the property crime category, theft remained the most significant contributor with 732 cases in 2024, up 50.9 per cent from 485 cases the previous year. House break-ins also rose sharply by 41.7 per cent with 628 cases, while car thefts increased by 23.3 per cent from nine to 12.
Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
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- Free Malaysia Today
Crime in Kelantan rises 15% in 2024 with notable increases in rape, theft
Kelantan police chief Yusoff Mamat said a total of 2,296 cases were reported between January and December last year, up from 1,994 cases in 2023. (Bernama pic) KOTA BHARU : Kelantan recorded a 15.1% rise in its crime index last year, driven mainly by increases in violent crime and property-related offences, according to state police chief Yusoff Mamat. He said a total of 2,296 cases were reported between January and December last year, up from 1,994 cases in 2023. Violent crime rose by 8.5% from 390 to 423 cases, while property-related crime climbed 16.7% from 1,604 to 1,872 cases, he added. 'Among the most concerning trends is the spike in rape cases, which rose 20.7%, from 130 in 2023 to 157 cases last year,' said Yusoff during the 2025 state police chief town hall meeting held at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan today. Armed robbery without firearms also increased by 25.6% from 43 to 54 cases, while assault cases saw a 6.8% rise from 147 to 157 cases. At the same time, several types of violent crimes recorded significant drops. Murder cases fell by 55.6% from nine to four, and armed robbery involving firearms dropped 60% from five to two cases. In the property crime category, theft remained the most significant contributor with 732 cases in 2024, up 50.9% from 485 cases the previous year. House break-ins also rose sharply by 41.7% with 628 cases, while car theft cases increased by 23.3% from nine to 12. However, motorcycle thefts declined significantly by 46.9% from 128 cases in 2023 to 68 last year.
The Sun
3 days ago
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- The Sun
Police looking at various angles in probe on acid attack on Bachok spa owner
KOTA BHARU: Police are conducting a comprehensive investigation involving various angles into the case of a spa owner who was the victim of a liquid attack believed to be acid being thrown at her in an incident in Bachok on May 17. Kelantan police chief, Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the investigation is also taking into account the possibility of involving close individuals and family members of the victim to assist in the investigation. 'The motive for the incident has yet to be ascertained and we are still waiting for the results of the analysis from the Chemistry Department regarding the three fingerprints found at the scene of the incident,' he said in a press conference after attending the Kelantan Police Chief's 2025 Town Hall Session at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, here today. On May 17, a female spa operator was splashed with a liquid believed to be acid by an unknown individual near a convenience store in Beris Kubur Besar, Tawang. The victim, who suffered burns to her shoulder, back, arms and legs, is currently in stable condition and is being treated at the Fire Treatment Unit Ward, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian.
The Sun
3 days ago
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- The Sun
Police looking at various angles in probe on acid attack
KOTA BHARU: Police are conducting a comprehensive investigation involving various angles into the case of a spa owner who was the victim of a liquid attack believed to be acid being thrown at her in an incident in Bachok on May 17. Kelantan police chief, Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the investigation is also taking into account the possibility of involving close individuals and family members of the victim to assist in the investigation. 'The motive for the incident has yet to be ascertained and we are still waiting for the results of the analysis from the Chemistry Department regarding the three fingerprints found at the scene of the incident,' he said in a press conference after attending the Kelantan Police Chief's 2025 Town Hall Session at Universiti Malaysia Kelantan, here today. On May 17, a female spa operator was splashed with a liquid believed to be acid by an unknown individual near a convenience store in Beris Kubur Besar, Tawang. The victim, who suffered burns to her shoulder, back, arms and legs, is currently in stable condition and is being treated at the Fire Treatment Unit Ward, Hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia, Kubang Kerian.
